{"id":248784,"date":"2024-07-29T11:28:20","date_gmt":"2024-07-29T11:28:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/michigandigitalnews.com\/index.php\/2024\/07\/29\/college-survival-kit-ideas-with-dollar-tree-items\/"},"modified":"2025-06-25T17:13:42","modified_gmt":"2025-06-25T17:13:42","slug":"college-survival-kit-ideas-with-dollar-tree-items","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/michigandigitalnews.com\/index.php\/2024\/07\/29\/college-survival-kit-ideas-with-dollar-tree-items\/","title":{"rendered":"College Survival Kit Ideas with Dollar Tree Items"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> [ad_1]<br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p><em>Looking for college survival kit ideas? Make your own to send them back to school with all the essentials!<\/em><\/p>\n<p class=\"intro lead\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-11428339 size-large skip-lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/college-survival-kit.jpg?w=912&amp;resize=912%2C479&amp;strip=all\" alt=\"hand holding a paper with college survival kit\" width=\"912\" height=\"479\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/college-survival-kit.jpg?w=1200&amp;strip=all 1200w, https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/college-survival-kit.jpg?w=150&amp;strip=all 150w, https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/college-survival-kit.jpg?w=300&amp;strip=all 300w, https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/college-survival-kit.jpg?w=768&amp;strip=all 768w, https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/college-survival-kit.jpg?w=912&amp;resize=912%2C479&amp;strip=all&amp;strip=all 912w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 912px) 100vw, 912px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Looking for college survival kit ideas? Make a frugal and useful basket using snacks and other practical items from Dollar Tree!<\/p>\n<p>Consider making this fun DIY College Survival Kit gift basket and then attaching our <a href=\"https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/College-Survival-Kit-Printable.pdf\">free printable card<\/a>! I went to <a href=\"https:\/\/hip2save.com\/save-money-with\/dollar-tree\/\">Dollar Tree<\/a> for filler items. The goal is to create a simple college gift basket with items you think your recipient will both need and love.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-10916547\" src=\"https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/morgan-at-college.jpg?w=912&amp;resize=912%2C684&amp;strip=all\" alt=\"woman sitting on college dorm bed\" width=\"912\" height=\"684\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/morgan-at-college.jpg?w=1200&amp;strip=all 1200w, https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/morgan-at-college.jpg?w=150&amp;strip=all 150w, https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/morgan-at-college.jpg?w=300&amp;strip=all 300w, https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/morgan-at-college.jpg?w=768&amp;strip=all 768w, https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/morgan-at-college.jpg?w=912&amp;resize=912%2C684&amp;strip=all&amp;strip=all 912w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 912px) 100vw, 912px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/p>\n<p>I remember how bummed I was in college to have to spend and budget for essentials like soap, detergent, toothpaste, and batteries for the first time. My freshman college roommate received a college gift basket like this, and I remember being kind of jealous at the time! \ud83d\ude02<\/p>\n<p>This is such an exciting time in a young person\u2019s life, and receiving a thoughtful gift like this is special and also easy to accomplish at any price point!<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-11427796 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/College-Supply-Basket.jpg?w=912&amp;resize=912%2C665&amp;strip=all\" alt=\"Supplies on counter for basket fillers\" width=\"912\" height=\"665\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/College-Supply-Basket.jpg?w=1200&amp;strip=all 1200w, https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/College-Supply-Basket.jpg?w=150&amp;strip=all 150w, https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/College-Supply-Basket.jpg?w=300&amp;strip=all 300w, https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/College-Supply-Basket.jpg?w=768&amp;strip=all 768w, https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/College-Supply-Basket.jpg?w=912&amp;resize=912%2C665&amp;strip=all&amp;strip=all 912w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 912px) 100vw, 912px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Make a super affordable college survival kit from Dollar Tree!<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>When it comes to college gift baskets, Dollar Tree can help you make one cheap! This store has inexpensive snacks and practical items to fill a gift basket for college students, including large baskets to use as containers! I scored everything pictured below at Dollar Tree for about $13!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-11142462 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/College-Survival-Kit.jpg?w=912&amp;resize=912%2C456&amp;strip=all\" alt=\"A DIY College Survival Kit spread out on a kitchen counter\" width=\"912\" height=\"456\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/College-Survival-Kit.jpg?w=1200&amp;strip=all 1200w, https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/College-Survival-Kit.jpg?w=150&amp;strip=all 150w, https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/College-Survival-Kit.jpg?w=300&amp;strip=all 300w, https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/College-Survival-Kit.jpg?w=768&amp;strip=all 768w, https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/College-Survival-Kit.jpg?w=912&amp;resize=912%2C456&amp;strip=all&amp;strip=all 912w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 912px) 100vw, 912px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/p>\n<div class=\"knockout outline default-blue\">\n<h3><strong>Here are some fun college survival kit ideas to consider:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<hr\/>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Flip flops (for shower shoes)<\/li>\n<li>Earplugs<\/li>\n<li>Sleeping masks<\/li>\n<li>Laundry detergent<\/li>\n<li>Dryer sheets<\/li>\n<li>Laundry basket<\/li>\n<li>Laundry bags<\/li>\n<li>Hangers<\/li>\n<li>Snack foods (ex. Ramen noodles, microwave popcorn, etc.)<\/li>\n<li>Shower gel<\/li>\n<li>Loofah<\/li>\n<li>Coffee mugs and\/or cups<\/li>\n<li>Instant coffee<\/li>\n<li>Hand soap<\/li>\n<li>Hand sanitizer<\/li>\n<li>Personal care items (ex. deodorant, toothpaste, etc.)<\/li>\n<li>Handheld tools<\/li>\n<li>Flashlight<\/li>\n<li>Charger<\/li>\n<li>Can opener<\/li>\n<li>Batteries<\/li>\n<li>First Aid kit (antibacterial gel, bandages, pain reliever, etc.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-9903040 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/College-Survival-kit.jpg?w=912&amp;resize=912%2C479&amp;strip=all\" alt=\"close up of green basket with college supplies inside and inspirational note\" width=\"912\" height=\"479\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/College-Survival-kit.jpg?w=1200&amp;strip=all 1200w, https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/College-Survival-kit.jpg?w=150&amp;strip=all 150w, https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/College-Survival-kit.jpg?w=300&amp;strip=all 300w, https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/College-Survival-kit.jpg?w=768&amp;strip=all 768w, https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/College-Survival-kit.jpg?w=912&amp;resize=912%2C479&amp;strip=all&amp;strip=all 912w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 912px) 100vw, 912px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10184837 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/college-survival-kit-gift.jpg?w=912&amp;resize=912%2C479&amp;strip=all\" alt=\"Hand holding card with college survival kit gift needed items\" width=\"912\" height=\"479\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/college-survival-kit-gift.jpg?w=1200&amp;strip=all 1200w, https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/college-survival-kit-gift.jpg?w=150&amp;strip=all 150w, https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/college-survival-kit-gift.jpg?w=300&amp;strip=all 300w, https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/college-survival-kit-gift.jpg?w=768&amp;strip=all 768w, https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/college-survival-kit-gift.jpg?w=912&amp;resize=912%2C479&amp;strip=all&amp;strip=all 912w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 912px) 100vw, 912px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/p>\n<hr\/>\n<div class=\"recipe recipe-shortcode\">\n<div class=\"recipe-title\">\n<h2>DIY College Survival Kit<\/h2>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"button button-transparent print-recipe\" href=\"#\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"fas fa-print\"\/>Print<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"margin-top margin-bottom\">\n<div class=\"directions background\">\n<div class=\"grid-x\">\n<div class=\"cell small-12 large-12\">\n<p><span class=\"step\">2<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Fill the <a href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=845001&amp;u=316239&amp;m=64888&amp;urllink=www%2Edollartree%2Ecom%2Fwhite%2Dstacking%2Dplastic%2Dlaundry%2Dbaskets%2F163082%3FNtt%3Dlaundry%2520basket&amp;afftrack=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">basket<\/a> with all your goodies.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<hr\/>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-11143157 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/College-Survival-Kit-1.jpg?w=912&amp;resize=912%2C604&amp;strip=all\" alt=\"a college gift basket tied up with a ribbon\" width=\"912\" height=\"604\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/College-Survival-Kit-1.jpg?w=1200&amp;strip=all 1200w, https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/College-Survival-Kit-1.jpg?w=150&amp;strip=all 150w, https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/College-Survival-Kit-1.jpg?w=300&amp;strip=all 300w, https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/College-Survival-Kit-1.jpg?w=768&amp;strip=all 768w, https:\/\/hip2save.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/College-Survival-Kit-1.jpg?w=912&amp;resize=912%2C604&amp;strip=all&amp;strip=all 912w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 912px) 100vw, 912px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\"\/><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"intro lead\"><em>This is such a thoughtful and practical college gift idea!<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Other than gift cards or cash, I honestly struggle with what to give as graduation gifts. College gift baskets don\u2019t have to cost much as they can mean so much to someone that you thought enough of them to hand-pick every item in a large basket like this!<\/p>\n<hr\/>\n<p class=\"intro lead\">For more college survival kit ideas, <a href=\"https:\/\/hip2save.com\/tips\/college-dorm-room-essentials-checklist\/\">try adding in items from our dorm room essentials checklist<\/a>!<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div>\n<hr\/>\n<h5>About the writer:<\/h5>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<i><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tLina has a Bachelor&#8217;s Degree from Northern Arizona University with 11 years of blogging and photography experience having work featured in Today.com, Martha Stewart, Country Living, Fox News, Buzzfeed, and HGTV.\t\t\t\t\t<\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<hr\/><\/div>\n<p>[ad_2]<br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/hip2save.com\/diy\/college-survival-kit\/\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[ad_1] Looking for college survival kit ideas? 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